A day for second place

There are at least 30 anniversaries on February 2nd annually. Among them, one that really stood out to me was No.2 Day (No.2の日). And it's not anything rude, I promise! "No.2 Day" was established to celebrate things that rank second in Japan! February 2nd was chosen as the date for the anniversary because the numbers 2–2 naturally evoke “No. 2.” 

The anniversary was created by the Japan No.2 Association with the aim of highlighting how many "second place" landmarks and achievements are just as fascinating as the famous no.1 spots. Examples include, Kita-dake, Japan's second highest mountain, the Tone River, Japan's second longest river, and Kasumigaura, Japan's second largest lake. But there are also second place attractions that are already famous, such as Tokyo Tower (pictured), Japan's second largest tower.

I think it's a really good idea and provides a fresh angle for tourism and local pride. And now I find myself wondering what or where are the second biggest / largest of all things sorts of famous things in Japan! If you are a contributor to City-cost and know of some places in your prefecture, or anywhere in Japan, that rank second, an article about them would make an interesting read.